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Position Details

The Department of Health Sciences and Human Performance (HSHP) in the College of Natural and Health Sciences at The University of Tampa invites applications for a one-semester, full-time position with benefits as Visiting Assistant Professor in Public Health to begin in Fall 2026.

Teaching: The successful candidate will have potential for excellence in teaching in-person, a critical area for our teaching-centered, primarily undergraduate institution. Applicants should be eager to create engaging, inclusive learning environments for our diverse student body that emphasize shared learning objectives across a range of subject areas within the health sciences. The successful candidate will teach three, 4 credit hour, sections of undergraduate face-to-face Epidemiology classes primarily to Allied Health and Public Health students.

The Public Health program is in the process of accreditation with the Council on Education for Public Health; candidates will be expected to teach courses in alignment with accreditation requirements and perform administrative duties to support this initiative, as well as the department needs.

Qualifications

Applicants with an earned PhD, DrPH, or ScD by August 2026 are preferred, MSPH or MPH candidates are eligible to apply with appropriate work experience. Candidates with public health certifications/licenses are encouraged (CPH). Prior teaching and research experience are desirable. Successful candidates will have strong epidemiology literacy and effective communication. Candidates should be able to guide students on the use of statistical calculations using Excel.

Salary for this position is competitive and commensurate with qualifications and experience.

Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled.

All required documents listed below should be uploaded to the attachment box at the bottom of the "My Experience" page of the application before continuing through the application.

1. Cover Letter

2. Curriculum Vitae

3. Statement of Teaching Philosophy

4. Name and Contact Information of three (3) References who can address your teaching

5. Copy of Terminal Transcript (upon hiring)

Additional Information

The University of Tampa is a medium-sized, comprehensive, residentially-based private institution of more than 11,000 undergraduate and graduate students. The University is ideally situated on a beautiful 110-acre campus next to the Hillsborough River, adjacent to Tampa's dynamic central business district, which is a growing, vibrant, diverse metropolitan area. UTampa reflects this vibrancy; with 30 consecutive years of enrollment growth UTampa boasts 260 student organizations, a multicultural student body from 50 states and more than 100 countries, and "Top Tier" ranking in U.S. News and World Report.

The University delivers challenging and high-quality educational experiences to a diverse group of learners. The University has a strong core curriculum rooted in the liberal arts, an enduring commitment to internationalization that has garnered the Senator Paul Simon Award, and a practical, experiential approach to learning. The University offers more than 200 areas of study, including majors in our colleges of Arts and Letters, Business, Natural and Health Sciences and Social Sciences, Math and Education, 18 master's programs, and 3 professional doctoral programs.

The College of Natural and Health Sciences offers rigorous, high quality curricula in biology, marine science, environmental science, chemistry, biochemistry, physics, forensic science, exercise science, public health, allied health, sport management and nursing; all designed to prepare students for challenges and opportunities that lie ahead. Our faculty are excellent teachers, both in the classroom and working with students on an individual basis. UT has invested heavily in the development of our college's teaching and research facilities and laboratories. Our college continually fosters relationships with organizations in the greater Tampa Bay area and elsewhere to provide students with the opportunity to pursue an internship, volunteer, or interact with professionals working in their chosen field. Each department also offers study abroad courses that students can take for credit toward their degree. For more information, see: https://www.ut.edu/academics/college-of-natural-and-health-sciences.

The University of Tampa is an equal opportunity employer dedicated to excellence through diversity and does not discriminate on the basis of age, race, sex, disability, sexual orientation, national origin, religion, marital status, gender identity, veteran status, or any other non-job related criteria. The University of Tampa recognizes the importance of a multicultural community of students, faculty, and staff who seek to advance our commitment to diversity. The University invites applications from underrepresented groups and those who have academic experiences with diverse populations.

Submission Guidelines

To receive full consideration fora faculty appointment with The University of Tampa, please be sure touploaddocumentsas required for thisposition at time of application submission. Once your application has been submitted, no changes may be made. Required documentsshould be submittedin the attachment box at the bottom of the "My Experience" page of the application before continuing through the application. Note: A maximum of five (5) documents may be attached to your application. If more than five (5) documents are required, please combine the additional documents into a single attachment so that you may continue through the application process.

Background Check Requirements

Finalists may be required to submit to a criminal background check.